Brigham Young University. Center for the Study of Elections and Democracy

The Center for the Study of Elections and Democracy was established in 1998. The center is a nonpartisan academic research center seeking to increase knowledge about the practice of American democracy. Kelly Paterson is currently the director of CSED.

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Description

Established: 1998

Location: Provo, Utah (1998- )

Functions

The Center for the Study of Elections and Democracy is a nonpartisan academic research center seeking to increase knowledge about the practice of American democracy. The CSED is involved in the production and dissemination of research that meets high academic standards, is useful to policy makers, and informs citizens. CSED research has been published by leading academic journals and presses in the areas of campaign finance, voting technology and election reform, presidential and congressional elections, religion and politics, and democratic deliberation. CSED scholars frequently provide expert commentary on national and local politics in areas related to their research.

Assets and Administrative Structure

The CSED is administered by the center director, under the direction of the college dean.

Associated Units

Superior unit: Brigham Young University (1998-2007)

Superior unit: Brigham Young University. College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences (2007- )

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Sources

Brigham Young University Center for the Study of Elections and Democracy WWW site, December 16, 2009: About CSED (Founded in 1998)

Brigham Young University Undergraduate Catalog, 2007-2008: p. 69 (listed under College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences)

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